other considerations
well, the prius does go through tires (detriment), but...
7500 mile services, so less motor oil for the Prius (than many other cars)
first 5 regularly scheduled maintenances are free (3 year/37500miles)
free roadside assistance for 3years/36000 miles
lowered emissions - SULEV (less smog)
pretty good mileage (less gas used (so less oil used), and fewer greenhouse gasses
nice warranties... and the $2000 federal clean fuel vehicle tax deduction.
when making comparisons with another vehicle, make sure that both vehicles have the same equipment (standard items the same on both, or add accessories to make them match). Also add in any extra perks that come with the vehicle.
well, the prius does go through tires (detriment), but...
7500 mile services, so less motor oil for the Prius (than many other cars)
first 5 regularly scheduled maintenances are free (3 year/37500miles)
free roadside assistance for 3years/36000 miles
lowered emissions - SULEV (less smog)
pretty good mileage (less gas used (so less oil used), and fewer greenhouse gasses
nice warranties... and the $2000 federal clean fuel vehicle tax deduction.
when making comparisons with another vehicle, make sure that both vehicles have the same equipment (standard items the same on both, or add accessories to make them match). Also add in any extra perks that come with the vehicle.